- October 28, 2022
- Emberwave Studios
For What Will Come
Platforms
About
"For What Will Come" is a short, exploration-based mystery game where you play as a successful woman revisiting her hometown of Ridgewater, Colorado after 5 years. Through reliving the past and uncovering secrets, the game offers a nostalgic and thought-provoking experience with no traditional hard puzzles or combat. The story unfolds as you explore the familiar path, making it perfect for a single sitting.








- The game features beautiful graphics and a vibrant environment that enhances the overall experience.
- The developer is highly engaged and responsive, quickly addressing bugs and providing updates to improve gameplay.
- The story is intriguing and offers a slow burn that builds tension, keeping players invested throughout.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including issues with saving and loading, which can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- Navigation can be confusing and aimless, with long stretches of walking and unclear objectives that detract from immersion.
- The story becomes convoluted and difficult to follow, leaving players confused about the plot and character development.
story
19 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe game's story is described as dark and intriguing, with a strong emotional impact, but it suffers from convoluted narrative elements and bugs that disrupt immersion and progression. While some players appreciate the initial interest and the potential for a compelling experience, many find the storytelling confusing and poorly executed, leading to a lack of clarity by the end. Overall, the story has moments of promise but is hampered by technical issues and a disjointed narrative flow.
“The story without spoiling is intriguing and it is pretty open for imagination, which I actually prefer.”
“I really enjoyed following the storyline and trying to figure out what's going on every time I'd pick up a note or enter a new area.”
“For what will come brings a strong little showing to the table with an intriguing story having a slow burn feel before the tension rises rapidly.”
“The game does have bugs; the biggest one is where you're able to skip parts of the storyline unknowingly, which results in a buggy ending of the game.”
“Sadly, the game has a couple of bugs, and the story becomes very confusing and convoluted very fast. After having played through it, I have no clue what was happening story-wise.”
“The story is convoluted and confusing.”